Abstract In this educational post, I walk you through how the sex hormone triad — testosterone , estradiol (estrogen) , and progesterone —shapes mood, cognition, sleep, pain, metabolism, and sexual function in women and men. Drawing on the latest findings from leading researchers and my integrative chiropractic practice in El Paso, I explain hallmark symptom patterns (such as 2:00–4:00 a.m. awakenings, afternoon energy crashes, hot flashes, and loss of drive), clarify the physiology behind these patterns, and compare evidence-based treatment strategies including pellets , transdermals , patches , injections , and rapid-dissolve tablets . I detail nuanced decision-making for different ages and sexes, highlight monitoring and safety , and show how integrative chiropractic care —with autonomic balancing, spinal-neuroimmune modulation, restorative movement, and nutrition—amplifies outcomes. Throughout, I include dosing pearls, clinical flow, special situations (perimenopause, low li...
Abstract In this educational post, I will guide you through several complex but crucial aspects of hormonal health. We will begin by demystifying Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) , exploring why higher levels are often associated with positive clinical outcomes and why the goal isn't simply to lower SHBG. From there, we will transition to a detailed discussion of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), highlighting its varied presentations beyond the classic textbook symptoms and outlining a modern, integrative treatment approach that addresses root causes such as insulin resistance and gut dysbiosis. We will also examine the latest guidelines for prostate cancer screening, explaining how to interpret Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) levels, the significance of free PSA , and when advanced imaging, such as a prostate MRI, is warranted. Finally, we will delve into the vital role of Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) , its impact on brain health, libido, and overall vitality, and how to appr...
